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Proposal would make it illegal to check work email after hours

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A member of New York's City Council wants to make it illegal to force people to look at work email after hours.

VOTE: How many times do you check work email after work?

It's a polarizing topic, and some people love the idea, saying they could use the break.

Others say work-life balance is personal, and don't think the government should be involved. 

There are questions about exceptions, like, would it apply to law enforcement or those in the medical field?

The city council member will pitch the bill this week, and it would only apply to people in New York City.